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Beachfront hotels in Cairns Beaches

A curated list of beach hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in December 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Cairns Beaches. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove, Australia

    Beach: Peppers Beach Club & Spa

    ***** Resort. Located directly on the beach, Peppers Beach Club is a luxury resort in Palm Cove, offering elegant rooms, great leisure facilities and a fantastic spa pool in a tropical garden setting. WiFi and in-house movies are included. Peppers Beach Club and Spa is now providing guests with access to the latest release movies with two latest release movie channels and a designated children’s movie channel. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 275 AUD.

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  • 2 Mantra Amphora Palm Cove, Australia

    Beach: Mantra Amphora

    **** Resort. Mantra Amphora Resort is located directly opposite the palm-fringed beach of Palm Cove. All rooms have balconies and there is a lagoon-style swimming pool for guests. The hotel rooms and self-contained apartments at Mantra Amphora offer private balconies with either garden, pool or ocean views. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 179 AUD.

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  • 3 Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa Palm Cove, Australia

    Beach: Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa

    ***** Resort. The 5-star Pullman Palm Cove Resort & Spa is located on the beachfront of Palm Cove, a 25-minute drive from Cairns. It offers luxurious studios and apartments and features a spa and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can choose from a wide range of health and beauty treatments at Vie Spa, which has outdoor verandas leading onto a man-made rain forest. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 242 AUD.

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  • 4 Imagine Drift Palm Cove Palm Cove, Australia

    Beach: Imagine Drift Palm Cove

    ***** Resort. Situated in the beautiful beach side village of Palm Cove, these luxuriously appointed apartments offer comfortable accommodation with many overlooking the Coral Sea. The resort offers a stunning lagoon-style pool, manicured tropical gardens, a poolside BBQ area and a fitness centre. Free WiFi access is available in each apartment. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 165 AUD.

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  • 5 Kewarra Beach Resort Kewarra Beach, Australia

    Kewarra Beach Resort

    **** Resort. An exclusive tropical retreat with an amazing beachfront location 20 minutes' from Cairns Airport, Kewarra Beach Resort is perfectly located to explore the Great Barrier Reef and the surrounding rainforests. Blending into their natural environment, the bungalows of Kewarra Beach Resort are spacious and tastefully appointed. They all come with flat-screen TVs, energy efficient air conditioning throughout, and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 149 AUD.

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  • 6 The Reef House Palm Cove - Adults Only Palm Cove, Australia

    ***** Hotel. Boasting 3 swimming pools, 2 spas and tranquil tropical gardens, The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes is located on a beachfront in Palm Cove. Guests enjoy luxury accommodation and a variety of ways to relax. The Reef House Restaurant offers panoramic ocean views and serves Mediterranean, Asian and Australian cuisine. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 595 AUD.

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  • 7 Trinity Waters Boutique Beachfront Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Trinity Waters Boutique Beachfront

    **** Aparthotel. Nestled on the spectacular beachfront and set against a magnificent backdrop of the rain forest, Trinity Waters Boutique Beachfront Apartments is located at Trinity Beach in Cairns, just a 15-minute drive north of the Cairns International Airport. Free WiFi and free onsite secure parking is available. Trinity Waters offers spacious two or three bedroom beachfront self-contained apartments with stunning ocean views from the private balcony. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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  • 8 Sarayi Boutique Hotel Palm Cove, Australia

    Beach: Sarayi Boutique Hotel

    **** Aparthotel. Located in the heart of Palm Cove overlooking the Coral Sea, Sarayi offers spacious beachside accommodation. Sarayi Boutique Hotel is located opposite a patrolled beach and provides a great starting point for local tours to Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, which hotel staff can book for you. All air-conditioned rooms feature a 42-inch plasma-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Show full description Guest review score 6.9, rooms from around 152 AUD.

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  • 9 Villa Beach Palm Cove Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Villa Beach Palm Cove

    Aparthotel. Situated 200 metres from Palm Cove Beach, Villa Beach Palm Cove offers a garden, water sports facilities and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The accommodation has a hot tub. The aparthotel provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. Show full description Guest review score 9.6

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  • 10 Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

    ***** Aparthotel. Set on Trinity Beach’s main esplanade, this hotel offers free WiFi. Each sea view apartment offers direct beach access and a private balcony. There are 2 swimming pools surrounded by coconut palms and sun loungers. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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  • 11 Bellevue At Trinity Beach Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Bellevue At Trinity Beach

    ***** Aparthotel. The Bellevue offers stunning 180-degrees views over the Coral Sea. An outdoor pool facing the ocean and en-suited stylish accommodation are some of the 5-star conveniences of this beach front resort. The bright and immaculate apartments of the Bellevue At Trinity Beach feature a hot tub and large balconies. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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  • 12 Vue Apartments Trinity Beach Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Vue Apartments Trinity Beach

    ***** Aparthotel. Luxurious 5-star water-front resort with direct beach access and a horizon pool just 15 minutes' drive from Cairns International Airport. Vue Apartments offer extra spacious and stylish self-contained units, all with private balconies offering stunning views of the Coral Sea. The apartments include a flat-screen TV, internet connection, CD and DVD player. Show full description Guest review score 9.3

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  • 13 Sea Change Beachfront Apartments Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

    ***** Aparthotel. Sea Change Beachfront Apartments is situated on Trinity Beach, just 15 minutes north of Cairns. It offers luxurious 5-star apartments with breathtaking views of the Coral Sea from each private balcony. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free on-site parking. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 380 AUD.

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  • 14 Roydon Beachfront Apartments Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Roydon Beachfront Apartments

    ***** Aparthotel. Just a few steps from Trinity Beach, Roydon Beachfront Apartments features free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools and a spa pool. All apartments have their own private balcony or patio. The self-contained apartments are air conditioned and include 2 flat-screen TVs, music system and DVD players. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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  • 15 Agincourt Beachfront Apartments Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Agincourt Beachfront Apartments

    **** Aparthotel. Right by Clifton Beach, Agincourt offers self-catering apartments with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with Fox Sports channels and a large balcony with sea or garden views. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool. The apartments of Agincourt Beachfront Apartments are spacious and enjoy a modern décor. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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  • 16 Sea Point on Trinity Beach Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Sea Point on Trinity Beach

    **** Aparthotel. Located within a minutes' walk from the beach, Sea Point on Trinity Beach offers spacious modern apartments with free WiFi and full kitchen and laundry facilities. Surrounded by tropical landscaped gardens, the complex features a children's and large saltwater pool, spa pool and barbecue facilities. The air conditioned apartments are fully self-contained and include a separate lounge area with a cable TV and DVD player. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 350 AUD.

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  • 17 Argosy On The Beach Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Argosy On The Beach

    **** Aparthotel. Argosy On The Beach is situated in the picturesque location of Clifton Beach, a 20-minute drive north of Cairns and a 5-minute drive from Palm Cove. The stylish beachfront apartments with ocean views are appointed with spacious living/dining areas, leading onto your own private balcony with outdoor dining and stunning views of palm fringed beaches, distance islands and beyond to the Coral Sea. Free WiFi and on-site parking are provided. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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  • 18 Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows Palm Cove, Australia

    Beach: Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

    **** Motel. Situated on a 5 km strip golden sand, Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows features a swimming pool, children’s pool and restaurant. Each self-catering bungalow has direct beach access. Located halfway between Cairns and Port Douglas, Ellis Beach Bungalows are 5 km from Palm Cove and 30 km from Cairns Airport. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 175 AUD.

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  • 19 Paradise On The Beach Resort Palm Cove, Australia

    Beach: Paradise On The Beach Resort

    **** Aparthotel. The tropical north's "best-kept secret", Paradise On The Beach is on the beachfront in the heart of Palm Cove, amongst lush tropical palms and giant ancient melaleuca trees. Paradise is a boutique resort of 34 studio and 1 bedroom suites. All rooms have fabulous designer décor, plasma televisions/DVD's, microwaves and full bathrooms. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 145 AUD.

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  • 20 On The Beach Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: On The Beach

    **** Aparthotel. Nestled on the spectacular beachfront and set against a backdrop of stunning rainforest, On The Beach Holiday Apartments are located at Trinity Beach, in Cairns, just 15 minutes' drive north of Cairns International Airport. On The Beach consists of 7 individual properties offering 35 self-contained apartments, each connected by paths and walkways through tropical landscaped gardens and each offering private facilities including a swimming pool, covered alfresco dining and BBQ area. Free WiFi and free on-site car parking is also offered. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 195 AUD.

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  • 21 Coral Sands Beachfront Resort Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Coral Sands Beachfront Resort

    **** Aparthotel. Located on the palm-fringed beach front of Coral Sands Resort Trinity Beach, you'll find it hard to believe this serene location is just 15 minutes from Cairns City. Guest enjoy unlimited free WiFi. Coral Sands on Trinity Beach consists of sixty 4. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 450 AUD.

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  • 22 Amaroo At Trinity Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Amaroo At Trinity

    **** Aparthotel. This beachfront resort offers clear ocean views of Trinity Beach. Amaroo’s spacious studios and suites have balconies overlooking the sea. Shopping, restaurants, and the sandy beaches are within walking distance. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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  • 23 Coral Views at Clifton Beach Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Coral Views at Clifton Beach

    Apartment. Featuring pool views, Coral Views at Clifton Beach provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around a few steps from Clifton Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description Guest review score 9.7

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  • 24 Beach Escape Apartment (2 levels Apt) Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Beach Escape Apartment (2 levels Apt)

    Apartment. Situated in Clifton Beach, just less than 1 km from Clifton Beach, Beach Escape Apartment (2 levels Apt) features beachfront accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace and free WiFi. This property offers a private pool and free private parking. This apartment features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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  • 25 Oceanfront Breeze with Ultimate Beach Views 5 Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Oceanfront Breeze with Ultimate Beach Views 5

    Apartment. Offering sea views, Oceanfront Breeze with Ultimate Beach Views 5 is an accommodation set in Clifton Beach, a few steps from Clifton Beach and less than 1 km from Kewarra Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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  • 26 The Beach Shack 3BR Waterfront Resort, Own WIFI Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: The Beach Shack 3BR Waterfront Resort, Own WIFI

    Apartment. Boasting sea views, The Beach Shack 3BR Waterfront Resort, Own WIFI offers accommodation with a balcony, around a few steps from Trinity Beach. This apartment has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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  • 27 Meridien Apartments at Trinity Beach Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Meridien Apartments at Trinity Beach

    Apartment. Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, Meridien Apartments at Trinity Beach in Trinity Beach provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A fridge, an oven and dishwasher are also provided, as well as a kettle. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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  • 28 Seascape Luxury Beachfront House Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Seascape Luxury Beachfront House

    Holiday home. The 4-bedroom Seascape Luxury Beachfront House is a 2-storey self-contained holiday home located in Clifton Beach. It is 19 km from Cairns. Guests enjoy an outdoor swimming pool and a 2-car garage. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

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  • 29 Ribbons Beachfront Apartments Clifton Beach Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Ribbons Beachfront Apartments Clifton Beach

    Apartment. Ribbons Beachfront Apartments Clifton Beach, a property with an outdoor swimming pool, is situated in Clifton Beach, 700 metres from Clifton Beach, less than 1 km from Kewarra Beach, as well as a 19-minute walk from Palm Cove Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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  • 30 Costa Royale Beachfront Apartment Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Costa Royale Beachfront Apartment

    Apartment. Situated in Trinity Beach, a few steps from Trinity Beach and 2.2 km from Kewarra Beach, Costa Royale Beachfront Apartment offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning. This apartment has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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  • 31 Beachfront Bliss 3-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View 4 Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Beachfront Bliss 3-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View 4

    Apartment. Boasting sea views, Beachfront Bliss 3-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View 4 offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a balcony, around a few steps from Trinity Beach. Featuring free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and canoeing. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description Guest review score 8.0

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  • 32 Golden Cowrie Luxury Ocean Views - Trinity Beach Trinity Beach, Australia

    Beach: Golden Cowrie Luxury Ocean Views - Trinity Beach

    Apartment. Boasting sea views, Golden Cowrie Luxury Ocean Views - Trinity Beach offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 2.2 km from Kewarra Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 600 metres from Trinity Beach, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.0

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  • 33 Reeflections Holiday Villas Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Reeflections Holiday Villas

    ***** Holiday home. Set 600 metres from Clifton Beach, Reeflections Holiday Villas offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. Offering pool or sea views, each unit comes with a kitchen, a satellite flat-screen TV and Blu-ray player, wardrobe, a washing machine and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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  • 34 Arlington Apartments Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Arlington Apartments

    **** Apartment. Featuring air conditioning, Arlington Apartments offers fully self contained accommodation in Clifton Beach, one of Cairns' northern beaches. Cairns is 20 km away. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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  • 35 Dolce Vita Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Dolce Vita

    **** Holiday home. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Dolce Vita features accommodation in Clifton Beach with free WiFi and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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  • 36 Sand Cay Apartments Clifton Beach, Australia

    Beach: Sand Cay Apartments

    Apartment. Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, Sand Cay Apartments in Clifton Beach provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A fridge, an oven and dishwasher are also provided, as well as a kettle. Show full description Guest review score 7.5

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